When man says "no", thief implies he has a gun

"At 11:41 p.m. Sept. 1, Police responded to the area of E. Market Street at Winston Street in reference to a robbery from person. The victim stated he was walking down the sidewalk at approximately 11:10 pm when he was approached by two subjects who asked if he had any money.

When the victim replied “no,” one of the suspects implied he had a gun and the victim handed over an undisclosed amount of money. The suspects were last seen northbound on Winston Street.

The first suspect had short hair and was wearing a white t-shirt and khaki shorts. The second suspect had long hair and was wearing a black t-shirt and blue jeans. Both appeared to be in their late teens.

The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 336-373-1000. "